The
Seven Commandments, as set down by , are supposed to form the basis of the new Animalist utopia
built by the animals after Mr. Jones is sent packing from the farm. But over time,and the other
pigs start making subtle changes to each Commandment, to provide cover for their many nefarious
acts and to give them free reign to do as they please.
The
First Commandment states that whatever goes on two legsi.e. is a humanis an
enemy. Yet Napoleon blatantly violates this Commandment by engaging in lucrative trade with the
nearest town and with local farms.
The Second
Commandment states that whatever goes upon four legs or has wings is a friend.
But try telling that to the hens massacred on the orders of Napoleon for refusing to hand over
their eggs. Some friendship this is!
The Third
Commandment states that no animal shall wear clothes. Napoleon, however, fancies
himself as a bit of a sharp dresser, so ends up disregarding the commandment entirely. The pigs
like wearing...
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